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Home My Public Portal AboutM 1972-12-05 - CC12J ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING DE'C'EMB'E'R' '5, 1972 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in an adjourned regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, on above date at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Morris in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, and Stevens answered the roll call. The meeting was adjourned to executive session for discussion of personnel matters. Following the executive session, it was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Liewer, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned. -~ ~2~ ity ter , C ty of Ly o0 APPROVED DECEMBER 19, 1972 G~~' y o e y o ynwoo 1.~ (~ REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 5, 1972 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, on above date at 7:30 p.m. Mayor Morris in the chair. Councilman Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe and Stevens answered the roll call. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman Liewer, and carried, that the minutes of the regular meeting of November 21, 1972, and the adjourned regular meeting of November 21, 1972, be approved as written. The Mayor read a proclamation designating the week of December 9, 1972, as 'Bill of Rights Week." It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Liewer, and carried, that the Council authorize the proclamation. MANAGEMENT STUDIES AND REPORTS Lindbergh A report on development of Lindbergh Park under the Park dev. Federal Legacy of Parks Program was presented by the report Acting City Manager with the recommendation that the Council authorize the staff to proceed with the development of an application for funding under the Legacy of Parks Program, and authorize the Mayor to execute a letter of intent for that purpose. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Council- man Liewer, that the Council concur in the Acting City Manager's recommendations. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. Traffic Pursuant to a study completed by the Public Works depart- signal ment relative to maintenance of traffic signals, the maintenance Acting City Manager presented a report and recommendation agreement that the Council approve an agreement with the Traffic approved Signal Maintenance Co., Inc. for the maintenance of signalized intersections at a cost of $22.01 per month per intersection and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the necessary agreements. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Council- man Rowe, that the Council concur in the Manager's recommendation and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. Report re The Mayor read the Acting City Manager's report on real estate the recommendation of the Real estate Practices sign ords. Commission that the Council delay second reading of the two ordinances relative to real estate advertising signs which were first read at the meeting of November 21, 1972. The difficulty of enforcing the sign placement provisions was discussed, and the Acting City Manager reported on his discussion with the District Attorney concerning the enforcement problem in 131 which it was determined that sign placement violations will not be cited unless another violation is also noted. After further discussion of delaying second reading of the ordinances pending further review by the Real Estate Practices Commission, ORDINANCE N0. g26 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING SECTION 3.17 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE RELATING TO REAL ESTATE ADVERTISING SIGNS IN DISTRICT N0. 2," was presented for second reading. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Councilman Stevens, and carried, that the ordinance be read by title only . It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Rowe, that Ordinance No. 926 be adopted. Mr. Robert Compton addressed the Council to express opposition to certain restrictions in the sign ordinance and to ask that the Council delay final reading of the ordinance until there is further discussion concerning those restrictions. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Rowe. Noes: Councilmen Morris, Stevens. Absent: None. ORDINANCE N0. 927 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RELATING TO REAL ESTATE ADVERTISING SIGNS IN DISTRICT N0. 2," was presented for second reading. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Rowe, and carried, that the ordinance be read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Byork, Seconded by Council- man Stevens, that ordinance No. 927 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. Ord. 926 Amend. Sec. 3.17 of Code re real estatl signs Ord. 927 Amend. Ord. 570 re real estate signs A report on use of the District Attorney's services Contract for prosec~}tion of City Code violations was for D.A. presented by the Acting City Manager who recommended services that the Council authorize the Mayor to execute ar, approved agreement between the City and County of Los Angeles District Attorney's Office for said prosecution services. RESOLUTION N0. 72-113 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF Res. 72-113 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD REGARDING Contracting CONTRACT FOR PROSECUTION SERVICES," was presented. for D.A. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Council- services man Stevens, that Resolution No. 72-113 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Noes: None. Absent: None. Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. d~ ~~ G ORDINANCES Ord. 928 ORDINANCE N0. 928 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY Vending COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING SECTIONS 17.57 Mach. lics. (44) and 17.57 (45Ca]) OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE, PERTAINING TO THE LICENSING OF CERTAIN VENDING MACHINES," was presented for second reading. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Councilman Stevens, and carried, that the ordinance be read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Council- man Stevens, that Ordinance No. 928 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. Ord. 929 ORDINANCE N0. 929 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY Amend. Code COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING SECTION' 5.39 re dog lic OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE RELATING TO DOG LICENSE FEES,'' fees was presented for second reading. It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Liewer, and carried, that the ordinance be read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Council- man Liewer, that Ordinance No. 929 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. FINANCE REPORT Res. 72-114 RESOLUTION N0. 72-114 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY ,,,.~ Demands COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFOR," was presented. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Councilman Rowe, that Resolution No. 72-114 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS Department The Mayor commented on the report that the Mobilease reports Corp, will be moving from the City owned property they occupy and the Acting City Manager was asked to contact the Chamber of Commerce and the local Realty Board regarding a new tenant for the property. Councilman Liewer informed the Council that Congressman Glenn Anderson will be present at the December 12 board meeting of the Chamber of Commerce. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Council- man Stevens, and carried, that the Information Bulletin be accepted and filed. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Council- man Rowe, and carried, that the Public Works Summary be accepted and filed. .. '-4 ty ~ ~~ ~& .. n 1 ~=~ CITY CLERK'S AGENDA It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Council- Claim for man Stevens, and carried, that the claim for damages damage denied filed on behalf of Evaresto Perez, R osalie Perez and Perez Victor Perez be denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by A, Vega Councilman Liewer, and carr ied, that the application Christmas tree of Angela Vega for special permit to conduct a sales lot- Christmas tree sales lot at 9937-1/2 Long Beach 9937-1/2 L.B. Boulevard be granted. The request of Boy Scout Troop 568 for permission to conduct fund raising activities on behalf of P.A.R.C. (Physical Activities for Retarded Children) was presented. Mr. Deacon Thompson, 3304 Fernwood Avenue, Scoutmaster of Troop 568, addressed the Council to describe the activities and goals of P.A.R.C. and the methods by which funds will be solicited. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Council- man Stevens, and carried, that the request be granted. COUNCIL AGENDA At his request, Councilman Stevens was given a progress report on the status of the Desser Tire storage yard. Councilman Stevens gave a report on the recent meeting of the Library Advisory Council. In answer to inquiries from the Council, the Public Works Director said delivery of new police vehicles is expected on December 29. Councilman Byork urged participation in the Red Cross Blood bank which will be at'the Community Center on December 14. Councilman Rowe provided statistics on sworn police personnel presently available for duty and urged that an increase in authorized strength be acted upon. After a lengthy discussion, the Acting City Manager was requested to provide a report on cost for personnel and equipment on the basis of 64 men. The Mayor asked the Acting City Manager to contact the City's Assembly representatives concerning the status of Assembly Bill 1770. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Charles .Wise, 3887 Fernwood Avenue, a member of the Real Estate Practices Commission, questioned the ~, Council relative to the Commission's role in making recommendations to the-City Council. Mr. Wise was assured that-the Council wished the Commissioners to pursue their activities and continue to make recommendations to the City Council. Mr. K. F. Thompson, 2652 108th Street, addressed the Council concerning relocation of a water well Boy Scout Troc 568 fund drive approvec Status report re Desser Tire Police cars tc be delivered 12/29/72 Blood bank 12/14/72 Discussion re police personnel Discussion re Real Estate Practices Commission i ~~ Discussion relocation water wells re because of freeway construction to 108th and Santa of Fe Avenue, and questioned the advisability of improving the existing well at Alameda and Norton rather than the new construction at 108th and Santa Fe. He also asked that the method used by University of California to improve the quality of the water in the Coalinga area be investigated, and that steps be taken without delay to improve the intersection at Bellinger and Imperial Highway. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Council- man Rowe, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned to December 19, 1972, at 7:00 p.m. f, . it Clerk, Ci y of ynwood -. APPROVEDP'IBER 19, 1972 _; j--, ` ,.C~2L~ May~of the City of Lynwood